NHL expert picks today: Wednesday's best bets highlight Rangers vs. Islanders play [1/28/2026]

Updated: Jan 28, 2026, 6:09 PM ET | First published: Jan 28, 2026, 12:11 AM ET

Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities

Get NHL expert picks and best bets for Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

NHL Best Bets. — These NHL betting picks for January 28, 2026, are based on the latest odds and probabilities for Wednesday's games.

Today’s NHL expert picks for January 28, 2026 are here, with Rangers vs. Islanders among the top plays identified by our model across Wednesday’s NHL schedule.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest hockey odds to unearth legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of NHL expert picks tonight [1/28, updated 6:09PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best hockey bets, ranked by edge for Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

Rangers vs. Islanders under 6.5 goals (-110)

Edge: 4.7%
Probability: 57.1%
Matchup: Rangers vs. Islanders (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has identified value on under 6.5 goals in Rangers vs. Islanders at -110 odds. A 57.1% probability produces an edge of 4.7%, making this the strongest play for today's NHL slate.

NHL best bets summary: Wednesday, 1/28/2026

As of 6:09PM ET, here is our top NHL bet by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Rangers vs. Islanders	Under 6.5 Goals	-110 @ BetMGM	4.7%	57.1%

List of upcoming NHL games to bet on [1/28/2026]

Rangers vs. Islanders (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
Flyers vs. Blue Jackets (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
Avalanche vs. Senators (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)

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Conclusion

Our NHL best bets are locked and loaded for January 28, 2026, featuring plays such as under 6.5 goals in the Rangers vs. Islanders matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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Written by

Jason Bevilacqua

Head of Content and Communities

Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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